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SUMMARY:Alliance for Impact - a collaborative approach towards Net Zero
DESCRIPTION:Join us in examining how cross-industry collaboration and whole value chain engagement are essential for achieving net zero. This session focuses on overcoming communication challenges\, aligning shared values\, and enhancing collective action. Discover case studies where diverse stakeholders\, from asset owners to suppliers and tenants\, have effectively set net zero targets and worked together to make inroads to achieving them. Learn about the necessity of organizational adaptation in processes and operations to maintain market relevance\, and the critical role of transparency in fostering a united approach to a sustainable\, net zero future.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/alliance-for-impact-a-collaborative-approach-towards-net-zero/
LOCATION:Road to Zero Stage (Palais – 1)
CATEGORIES:Events of Interest
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240318T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240318T164500
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SUMMARY:Level(s) and the EU Taxonomy
DESCRIPTION:Join our webinar to explore the EU Taxonomy’s role in advancing sustainable construction and real estate activities through Level(s). What can I expect? Participants will learn how reporting on Level(s) can help building professionals align with the EU Taxonomy\, by: \n\n\n\n\nExploring how Level(s) indicators 1.2 and 2.1-2.4 facilitate reporting on sustainable construction and real estate activities for the Taxonomy;\n\n\n\nGaining insights into the purpose and objectives of the EU Taxonomy\, particularly in relation to sustainable construction and real estate activities.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/levels-and-the-eu-taxonomy/
CATEGORIES:Events of Interest
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240319T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240319T120000
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SUMMARY:Buildings for People and Planet - Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:What is this conference about? \n\n\n\nThe World Green Building Council’s (WGBC) recent report on Creating Better Places for People considers FM’s critical role in delivering a sustainable built environment.  \n\n\n\nMost importantly\, it provides a framework to understand issues such as Wellbeing\, Productivity\, Accessibility and the Energy & Carbon challenge.  \n\n\n\nUniting experts from across the FM sector\, this virtual conference will take a deeper look at some of these topics and give you the opportunity to find out how your organisation can contribute towards an equitable and resilient future for all.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/buildings-for-people-and-planet-virtual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Events of Interest
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240322T170000
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CREATED:20240220T082058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T082059Z
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SUMMARY:Smart City Expo Curitiba
DESCRIPTION:Created in partnership with Fira Barcelona\, ​​organizer of the main World Congress of smart cities\, Smart City Expo World Congress\, Smart City Expo Curitiba brings together experts from all areas to share ideas and solutions on how to create a better and more sustainable future for cities and their citizens.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/smart-city-expo-curitiba/
CATEGORIES:Events of Interest
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240326T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240326T130000
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SUMMARY:The Four ‘Scopes’ of Social Impact: How can we action the ‘S’ in ESG across the built environment?
DESCRIPTION:Social impact within the built environment — otherwise known as the ‘S’ in environmental\, social and corporate governance (ESG) — is about the effect that buildings and infrastructure has on communities. Yet it is often overlooked or misunderstood.  \n\n\n\nThis webinar takes a deep dive into how industry can define\, address\, and measure social impact\, using a unique framework laid out in ‘scopes’ (a familiar terminology used to define greenhouse gas reductions).  \n\n\n\nThe built environment has a critical role to play in the transition to zero carbon and sustainable development\, being responsible for 37% of global carbon emissions and an employer of 7% of the entire global workforce. But the climate crisis is also a social one\, and people must be recognised as a critical part of the solution.  \n\n\n\nThat’s why last year the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) launched a position paper — ‘Social Impact across the Built Environment’. Developed in collaboration with our global network and supported by the UN High-Level Climate Champions (HLCCs)\, the paper sets out a revolutionary framework with a clear definition of key social issues related to the building and construction life cycle\, organised for the first time into ‘scopes’. \n\n\n\nAt the webinar\, our expert panel of speakers will explore: \n\n\n\n\nThe social dimension of sustainability (the ‘S’ in ESG) and the challenges we face across the building and construction sector to address it.\n\n\n\nHow stakeholders across the sector can actively and successfully address social impact.\n\n\n\nShowcase action-oriented strategies which are creating positive social impact across the industry.\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to discover why social impact is fundamental to supporting the transition to an equitable and resilient future for everyone\, everywhere. \n\n\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/four-scopes-webinar-2024/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240411T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T124803Z
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SUMMARY:Taxonomies and green buildings: How far have we come?
DESCRIPTION:In this Sustainable Finance webinar co-hosted by World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) and Climate Bonds Initiative\, we will explore how different taxonomies have addressed green buildings and the impact these have had on redirecting finance towards sustainable development\, with a special emphasis on the decarbonisation of buildings.   \n\n\n\nTaxonomy is a classification system which defines sustainable economic activities. In other words\, it sets out a definition for how industry can drive investment towards sustainable projects and activities in order to meet sustainability goals. In this webinar we focus on the vital role of green buildings in achieving these objectives.  \n\n\n\nHow far have governments come in implementing their taxonomies? What is the uptake of these taxonomies across the construction and real estate sector? And what must we do to go further when there is no ‘one size fits all’ solution? \n\n\n\nJoin our webinar on 11 April 2024\, 11:00 CET\, to gain a better of understanding of:  \n\n\n\n\nThe building criteria in key taxonomies and how they are instrumental in supporting the transition to low-carbon and resilient buildings.\n\n\n\nThe challenges industry faces in implementing those taxonomies\, plus examples of local and global solutions\, that address the decarbonisation of the built environment.\n\n\n\nThe impact that taxonomies have had in redirecting finance towards green buildings to date\, including a closer look at innovative financing mechanisms and investment trends.\n\n\n\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/taxonomies-and-green-buildings-how-far-have-we-come/
CATEGORIES:WorldGBC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240415T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T171734
CREATED:20240220T082556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T082557Z
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SUMMARY:World Circular Economy Forum
DESCRIPTION:The world’s leading event for circular economy thinkers\, doers and leaders hits Brussels in April 2024\, showcasing the most impactful circular solutions from around the world. Online participation is open to everyone.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/world-circular-economy-forum/
CATEGORIES:Events of Interest
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240425T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240425T133000
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CREATED:20240404T092734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T093750Z
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SUMMARY:Building a Water-Resilient Future
DESCRIPTION:How we can align action on water across the built environment. \n\n\n\nThe fresh water crisis is one of the greatest humanitarian crises we face today.  \n\n\n\nThe current industrial practices of water use and disposal across sectors around the world are affecting over  a quarter of the world population in unhealthy ways. In addition to this\, around 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions are related to water use\, storage and distribution. Yet addressing these issues are some of the most overlooked aspects of building\, architecture and construction. So how do we change course and align buildings’ climate action with water? \n\n\n\nAs part of our commitment to increasing international alignment around sustainability across the global built environment\, World Green Building Council’s (WorldGBC) Circularity Accelerator programme is hosting a webinar dedicated to exploring the consistently overlooked issue of the water crisis. We will also dive into the relationship between water and carbon emissions\, and how we can align global action to implement circular life cycles.  \n\n\n\nParticipants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nHear from international experts on how\, and why\, water has been ‘left behind’ in the prioritisation of climate action. What is the role of the building and construction sector in addressing this? \n\n\n\nLearn from case studies around the world on the solutions already being actioned to tackle water use.\n\n\n\nDiscuss potential actions to take forward as a network which can foster stronger alliances and collaboration\, and lead transformation.\n\n\n\nTake a deep dive into the position paper ‘Building a Water-Resilient Future’\, launched by WorldGBC in 2023.\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar will also explore the views and initiatives of international organisations\, as well as Green Building Councils and Partners from across the WorldGBC network\, to discuss how we can connect water to the energy crisis\, and build upon the dialogue to bring water upfront in the actions of the building and construction sector.   \n\n\n\nThe webinar will run on two sessions on the day to cater for different time zones: \n\n\n\nRegister for the 12:30 BST session here. \n\n\n\nRegister for the 16:30 BST session here.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/building-a-water-resilient-future/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240426T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T171734
CREATED:20240402T085028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T085029Z
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SUMMARY:Global Summit on People-Centred Clean Energy Transitions
DESCRIPTION:The IEA Global Summit on People-Centred and Inclusive Transitions will provide a platform for ministers\, policymakers\, labour leaders from the IEA Clean Energy Labour Council\, CEOs\, youth representatives\, indigenous voices and other international experts to engage in vital discussions about some of the most pressing socio-economic issues at the heart of fair and inclusive energy transitions.  \n\n\n\nThe Summit’s discussions will explore key challenges and opportunities to deliver a clean and just energy transition\, including jobs and skills\, worker protection\, social and economic development\, equality\, social inclusion and fairness\, and public participation. 
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/global-summit-on-people-centred-clean-energy-transitions-2/
CATEGORIES:Events of Interest
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240503T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240503T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T171734
CREATED:20240417T122841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T072716Z
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SUMMARY:Build Green Now 2024
DESCRIPTION:Build Green Now is the main conference for IGBC members and offers a unique opportunity to network and engage with the leading national and international thought leadership. Be inspired to take action. . \n\n\n\nIt is an exciting but perhaps fearful time for sustainability property and construction professionals. At Build Green Now 2024\, speakers and panellists will explore how a whole new framework of European legislation such as the recently approved Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD)\, the Construction Products Regulation\, Sustainable Finance Regulations Directive (SFRD) and the EU Taxonomy will reshape regulations and finance for the built environment and its supply chain over the coming 3 years. \n\n\n\nHear about how IGBC is enabling the introduction of  limit values for whole life carbon. Hear about international approaches that could enable the Irish regulatory system  move far faster and help unlock the innovation needed in Ireland to decarbonise construction at the eyewatering speed needed to meet our 2030 targets. \n\n\n\nLeading European thinkers provide insight into the future of the circular economy and how our urban areas can play a key role in the transition to cutting unsustainable land\, resource use and biodiversity loss. Hear the latest initiatives from your Green Building Council including launch of taxonomy verification. \n\n\n\nThis is an RIAI CPD accredited conference offering 5 points.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/build-green-now-2024/
CATEGORIES:Established GBC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240521T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T171734
CREATED:20240521T093529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T093531Z
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SUMMARY:9th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency
DESCRIPTION:The IEA’s 9th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency will bring together global leaders in government\, business and civil society – from across every continent – to accelerate policy action on energy efficiency. \n\n\n\nThe 9th Global Conference is co-hosted by IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol and Kenya’s Minister of Energy and Petroleum Davis Chirchir\, and will be held in Nairobi\, Kenya\, from 21 to 22 May 2024. This marks the first year in which the event is being held on the African continent\, and reflects the IEA’s strengthening partnership with Kenya\, which recently joined the IEA family as an Association country. \n\n\n\nThe event will be the key moment in 2024 to consolidate progress and drive momentum towards the global goal of doubling energy efficiency progress between now and 2030 – a key outcome of COP28. Energy efficiency is a vital tool for addressing climate change\, as well as energy affordability\, security and access\, and the Global Conference will seek to boost ambition on efficiency to improve the lives and livelihoods of citizens across the globe. \n\n\n\nAcross three days of workshops\, roundtables and high-level panel discussions\, attendees will focus on action-oriented solutions to today’s global clean energy challenges that boost efficiency\, access and affordability\, and put people at the heart of the clean energy transition. \n\n\n\nIn support of the 9th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency in Nairobi\, the IEA developed the Energy Efficiency Policy Toolkit 2024 to help governments contribute to the global target of doubling energy efficiency progress by 2030 \n\n\n\nFurther information\, including a draft agenda\, is available on the event page. Participation is by invitation only\, but if you have any questions then please contact energy.efficiency@iea.org.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/9th-annual-global-conference-on-energy-efficiency/
LOCATION:Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Events of Interest
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240530T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T171734
CREATED:20240523T073834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T073835Z
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SUMMARY:From Commitment to Action: Energy efficiency and electrification
DESCRIPTION:EP100 and WorldGBC are hosting a webinar on the importance of energy efficiency and electrification to decarbonising our buildings. The event will showcase businesses that are both signatories of the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment and EP100 members\, delving into their journeys towards building decarbonisation. The webinar will highlight the challenges posed and how they are being overcome\, and provide insights for other businesses looking to achieve their own decarbonisation targets.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/from-commitment-to-action-energy-efficiency-and-electrification/
CATEGORIES:WorldGBC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240619T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240619T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T171734
CREATED:20240523T073447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T073448Z
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SUMMARY:Level(s) and the new Energy Performance of Buildings Directive: Discover how to help steer the decarbonisation of buildings with Level(s)
DESCRIPTION:Join our webinar to explore how the new Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) helps steer the decarbonisation of buildings through Level(s). \n\n\n\nWhat can I expect? \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, participants will learn how reporting on Level(s) can help building professionals align with the EPBD\, by: \n\n\n\nGaining insights into the purpose and requirements of the updated EPBD in relation to the disclosure obligations of the ‘Life cycle GWP’ for the energy performance certificates.Exploring how Level(s) indicator 1.2 on the ‘Life cycle GWP’ facilitates the provision of information to prospective buyers or tenants in the energy performance certificate. \n\n\n\nFor further details on the presentations\, speakers\, as well as the background of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive and Level(s)\, you can download the agenda below. \n\n\n\nDate/time19 June 2024\, 10:00 – 11:30 CEST \n\n\n\nDownload the agenda here. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you to the webinar!
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/levels-and-the-new-energy-performance-of-buildings-directive-discover-how-to-help-steer-the-decarbonisation-of-buildings-with-levels/
CATEGORIES:Events of Interest
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240624T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T171734
CREATED:20240514T095733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T134434Z
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SUMMARY:WorldGBC Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:The WorldGBC Leadership Summit is a biennial event that brings together our stakeholders for a four day conference specifically for our network of 80+ Green Building Councils and global partners to leverage the built environment as a key climate solution.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/worldgbc-leadership-summit/
LOCATION:No. 11 Cavendish Square\, London\, UK\, No. 11 Cavendish Square\, London\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:WorldGBC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240625T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T171734
CREATED:20240514T095531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T105431Z
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SUMMARY:WorldGBC Global Solutions Forum
DESCRIPTION:On 25 June 2024\, we’ll have just over 2\,000 days to achieve our global 2030 climate goals.\n\n\n\nSo this year’s WorldGBC Global Solutions Forum — the flagship event of our biennial Leadership Summit — will put an emphasis on finance as a critical tool to accelerate a sustainable transition in the building and construction sector.We’re bringing together sustainability experts and built environment leaders to connect global ambitions with local action; spelling out pathways for enhanced accountability and alignment between industry\, policymakers\, and the finance community to achieve our 2030 decarbonisation and resiliency goals.The Global Solutions Forum takes place on 25 June and is open to professionals working across the sustainability and building sectors. It forms the public-facing event of the WorldGBC Leadership Summit 2024 (24–27 June)\, a 4-day conference specifically for our network of 80+ Green Building Councils and global partners to leverage the built environment as a key solution to the climate challenge.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/worldgbc-global-solutions-forum/
LOCATION:No. 11 Cavendish Square\, London\, UK\, No. 11 Cavendish Square\, London\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:WorldGBC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240625T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240625T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T171734
CREATED:20240618T100949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T100951Z
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SUMMARY:Quantifying the Human\, Social & Environmental Impact of Good Design
DESCRIPTION:Spaces and places are first and foremost designed for the people who occupy them – yet they have an environmental and societal impact both within a local and global context. Often\, the benefits of positive environmental impact – and specifically to the occupants and society at large – are intangible yet significant. In many instances these benefits lead to economic advantages and fulfill the theory of the ‘Triple Bottom Line.’  \n\n\n\nUsing their own experience\, case studies and research\, the panel will highlight the impact of thoughtful design on human experience and society. Panelists will also share thoughts on efforts to quantify and monetise the impact of good\, sustainable design. The discussion will cover how the UK government is encouraging inclusion of social value in both public and private projects. We’ll discuss how the private commercial sector is responding to the social asks and incorporating in their projects\, and how designers and planner are addressing human well-being and greater social benefits. We will also discuss how social value is being incorporated beyond UK through voluntary certification processes including LEED v.5 and Fitwel in the United States and across the globe. 
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/quantifying-the-human-social-environmental-impact-of-good-design/
CATEGORIES:Events of Interest
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240627T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240627T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T171734
CREATED:20240620T050543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T050545Z
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SUMMARY:Uniting the global built environment to drive climate action
DESCRIPTION:If you would be interested in attending the event in London on the 27th June\, please email BRE.RSVP@pagefield.co.uk. \n\n\n\nThe alliance will hold an event during London Climate Action Week on the 27th June 2024 – Uniting the global built environment to drive climate action – at The View in The Royal College of Surgeons\, London to mark the publication of the official guide. The event will bring together individuals\, organisations and communities with a focus on sustainable development as they discuss ways to accelerate global climate action. \n\n\n\nRead more about the event here: https://bit.ly/4c05kMO
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/uniting-the-global-built-environment-to-drive-climate-action/
LOCATION:The View in The Royal College of Surgeons\, London\, The View in The Royal College of Surgeons\, London\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Established GBC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240701T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240701T203000
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SUMMARY:How do we accelerate the decarbonisation of buildings?
DESCRIPTION:With a collective urgency to accelerate decarbonisation in our built environment\, national targets and business commitments are supporting change. However\, we critically need to turn these plans into action and realise significant carbon reductions in our towns and cities.Join this panel discussion to hear from experts on the action\, tools and processes needed for a future\, collaborative and empowered\, design and construction industry. The session will be led by Grimshaw and will also mark the launch of the decarbonisation platform minoro.org.Speakers: \n\n\n\n— Paul Toyne\, Grimshaw \n\n\n\n— Roxanna Slavcheva\, World Resources Institute \n\n\n\n— Eszter Gulácsy\, Mott MacDonald \n\n\n\n— Smith Mordak\, UK Green Building Council \n\n\n\n— Brian Williams\, University of Cambridge \n\n\n\nThis event will be streamed online via Zoom. Please choose your ticket option for either in-person attendance or online participation.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/how-do-we-accelerate-the-decarbonisation-of-buildings/
LOCATION:57 Clerkenwell Road London EC1M 5NG United Kingdom\, 57 Clerkenwell Road London EC1M 5NG United Kingdom\, London\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events of Interest
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240716T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240719T170000
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SUMMARY:Africa Green Building Summit & Future Cities Conference
DESCRIPTION:This second edition of the Future Cities Summit is poised to significantly advance the conversation on sustainable urban development in Nigeria\, and the wider Africa. The Summit theme\, “Building Resilient Futures: Integrating Carbon Neutrality\, Circular Economy & Inclusive Urban Development\,” is inspired by the World GBC’s Global Policy Principles for a Sustainable Built Environment\, and its Building the Transition campaign. Both these initiatives draw on and extend the vision set forth in the earlier Africa Manifesto for Sustainable Cities and the Built Environment\, embodying the Manifesto’s call for “…a net zero carbon\, healthy\, equitable\, resilient\, environmentally-sustainable and economically-inclusive built environment for every African\, everywhere.” \n\n\n\nThis year’s Summit\, co-located with World GBC Africa Regional Network’s Africa Green Building Summit\, will explore the truth that Africa’s rapid urban transformation represents both challenge and opportunity. The challenge of overcoming barriers from resource limitations\, governance limitations and socioeconomic constraints. Balanced by the opportunity to define a uniquely African urban paradigm\, leveraging on the immense potential of Africa’s youthful and entrepreneurial population\, and its dynamic and rapidly growing cities. Over four days\, the Summit will dive deep into what these challenges and opportunities mean for the continent\, aiming to craft relevant policy responses\, innovative strategies\, and collaborative approaches to address the evolving needs of Africa’s rapidly changing urban landscapes. \n\n\n\nThe Summit will feature keynote addresses from distinguished speakers\, sharing visions of Africa’s urban futures and setting the stage for a series of expert-led plenary sessions. These plenary sessions will examine various facets of sustainable urban development\, with an emphasis on carbon neutrality\, resource circularity\, and inclusive urban development. The Summit will also feature interactive breakout sessions\, designed to stimulate in-depth dialogue on localizing the policy formulations encapsulated in the World GBC’s Africa Manifesto and its Global Policy Principles. As a gathering point for green building stakeholders and experts\, both locally and internationally\, the Summit will also feature exhibitions\, product expos and awards\, showcasing the latest innovations in green building practices\, sustainable products\, and services. \n\n\n\nThe Future Cities Summit – Africa Green Building Summit 2024 is more than a conference. It’s the crucible where Africa’s urban future is forged and refined. It’s where the collective wisdom of the past meets the innovative spirit of the present to conceptualise a sustainable\, resilient\, and inclusive future for the continent. Let’s take this opportunity to redefine what it means to live in a city and\, in doing so\, redefine what it means to live on this planet.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/africa-green-building-summit-future-cities-conference/
CATEGORIES:Established GBC Events
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SUMMARY:Discovering Green Finance:Opportunities for Sustainable Projects in Namibia
DESCRIPTION:Join us online to explore how green finance can support sustainable projects and create new opportunities for a greener future!
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/discovering-green-financeopportunities-for-sustainable-projects-in-namibia/
CATEGORIES:Established GBC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240820T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20240820T170000
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SUMMARY:Circular materials tour and creative design workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our third event of our Africa Manifesto event series\, a Circular Materials Tour and Interdisciplinary Design Workshop at the Habitat Research and Development Center on August 20th! 🌍🔄 \n\n\n\nExplore innovative uses of circular materials and unleash your creativity in our interactive design session.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/circular-materials-tour-and-creative-design-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Established GBC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240829T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240829T150000
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SUMMARY:World Water Week | Arup & WorldGBC
DESCRIPTION:Ask yourself this: How can we embed water circularity into our projects to manage water more effectively? \n\n\n\nIf we redefine water as a resource for value creation and implement circular principles across the world\, we could unlock $4.5 trillion of value. \n\n\n\nWater is one of our most valuable resources. However\, the hashtag#builtenvironment is putting increasing pressure on this already overburdened global resource. \n\n\n\nIn support of World Water Week\, 25—29 August 2024\, WorldGBC partners Arup will explore how water circularity can be incorporated into hashtag#builtenvironment projects to manage water more effectively and create a more water-resilient future.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/world-water-week-arup-worldgbc/
CATEGORIES:WorldGBC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240909T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240913T173000
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SUMMARY:World Green Building Week 2024
DESCRIPTION:This World Green Building Week\, from 9–13 September 2024\, we’re calling on the global building and construction sector to accelerate the transition for a healthy planet and a better future for all. \n\n\n\nLed by a network of over 75 national Green Building Councils (GBCs) and their 46\,000 members\, the week-long campaign will show how through global and local solutions we can transition to more sustainable built environments. \n\n\n\nThroughout the week\, WorldGBC’s network will host events across the world and share examples of #BuildingTheTransition across three areas: Reduce\, Electrify\, Adapt.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/world-green-building-week-2024/
CATEGORIES:WorldGBC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241003T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241004T170000
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SUMMARY:PLGBC Green Building Summit
DESCRIPTION:PLGBC Green Building Summit is one of the most recognisable and opinion-forming international event for all those who shape the future of sustainable construction\, architecture and real estate in Poland. This is where they share best practices and inspirations\, learn and improve. \n\n\n\nThink about (RE)generation\n\n\n\nThinking about REgeneration at the event\, we pay attention to meeting environmental\, technological and civilizational challenges. We place emphasis on sustainable development\, which not only restores\, but also strengthens resources and social and natural relations.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/plgbc-green-building-summit/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241009T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241010T170000
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SUMMARY:Arabia CSR Forum
DESCRIPTION:The forum is a platform that takes place annually alongside the Arabia CSR Awards. It is the region’s premier convention on CSR and sustainability. It attracts leaders\, thinkers\, evangelists\, practitioners and policy makers from all over the globe. The forum targets latest themes\, topics and debates around CSR and sustainability\, illuminating minds and motivating adoption of international standards and best practices.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/arabia-csr-forum/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241021T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241101T170000
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CREATED:20241018T154806Z
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SUMMARY:United Nations Biodiversity Conference (COP16)
DESCRIPTION:Sixteenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP 16) \n\n\n\nThe Conference of the Parties (COP) is the governing body of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)\, an international treaty adopted at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro in 1992. \n\n\n\nIts objective is to establish agendas\, commitments and frameworks for action to conserve biological diversity and its sustainable use\, as well as to ensure the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising from the use of genetic resources. \n\n\n\nThe COP is held every two years. In 2024\, for the first time in history\, Colombia will host the 16th edition of the biannual Conference on Biodiversity. Each of these Conferences seeks to take decisive measures for the protection of biological diversity. \n\n\n\nThis year\, COP16 will take place in Cali\, capital of the department of Valle del Cauca (Colombia)\, between October 21 and November 1\, 2024. \n\n\n\nThe slogan “Peace with Nature” is a call to reflection to improve the relationship we have with the environment\, to rethink an economic model that does not prioritize the extraction\, overexploitation and pollution of nature. \n\n\n\nFind out more.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/united-nations-biodiversity-conference-cop16/
LOCATION:Cali\, Colombia
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241022T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241023T170000
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SUMMARY:Net Zero Festival
DESCRIPTION:Now in its fifth year\, the Net Zero Festival remains free to attend and will feature over 150 expert speakers\, scores of exhibitors\, and a series of keynote speeches\, panel discussions\, case studies\, and workshops. \n\n\n\nBuilding on the success of last year’s Festival\, which saw over 1\,500 delegates from across the green economy in attendance each day\, this year’s event will once again bring together business leaders\, clean tech providers\, sustainable investors\, green campaigners\, and environmental policymakers to jointly explore how to turbocharge the net zero transition. \n\n\n\nThis is an invaluable opportunity to celebrate and showcase the best of the UK’s vibrant net zero economy in what is set to be a pivotal year for the country’s decarbonisation efforts.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/net-zero-festival/
LOCATION:Business Design Centre\, 52 Upper St\, London N1 0QH\, London\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241031T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241031T113000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Cities and Buildings in Transition: Systems Change for a Resilient Future
DESCRIPTION:Our cities and built environments have profound impacts on people and planet. Where people live and work\, how they get from one place to another\, and the level of access they have to basic services and infrastructure all have impacts not only on quality of life but on climate change and biodiversity as well. \n\n\n\nPlease join Systems Change Lab\, WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities and NewClimate Institute on October 31st to celebrate World Cities Day and explore the current state of our cities and the built environment as well as what action is needed this critical decade and beyond. \n\n\n\nThe cities and buildings systems are deeply interconnected\, both with each other and with other key systems in the Systems Change Lab platform like governance\, transport\, and energy supply. Intentional planning with a systemic lens is needed to decarbonize buildings and cities — and to ensure equity and access to basic needs like housing\, transportation\, energy\, water and sanitation\, food\, green space and more. \n\n\n\nHigh-level voices in these fields will come together to discuss the major shifts needed for sustainable cities and buildings\, where we are falling behind\, and where we are finding signals of hope. Join us to discover the role of cities and buildings in systems change. \n\n\n\nFind out more and register.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/webinar-cities-and-buildings-in-transition-systems-change-for-a-resilient-future/
CATEGORIES:Events of Interest
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241031T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: #BuildingToCOP Forum
DESCRIPTION:As part of the #BuildingToCOP coalition\, WorldGBC joins leaders from across the sector who are promoting the built environment’s potential in accelerating the transition to a healthy\, safe and resilient future.  \n\n\n\nThe #BuildingToCOP Forums hosted by WorldGBC are open events where the coalition discusses developments and solutions ahead of COP29. The next forum will take place on 31 October 2024 at 14:00 GMT. \n\n\n\nFind out how we’re #BuildingToCOP29
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/webinar-buildingtocop-forum/
CATEGORIES:WorldGBC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241104T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241107T170000
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SUMMARY:World Urban Forum (WUF12)
DESCRIPTION:The Twelfth Session of the World Urban Forum WUF12\, convened by the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)\, will take place in Cairo\, Egypt\, from 4 – 8 November 2024\, returning to the African continent after more than 20 years after its inception in Nairobi\, Kenya\, in 2002.
URL:https://worldgbc.org/event/world-urban-forum-wuf12/
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